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Exam Questions: Exam Title: Chapter MEK 8
The document contains an exam with questions about air compressors and compressed air systems. It asks about maintenance tasks for air compressors, parts of an air compressor like filters and valves, the purpose of compressed air for starting engines, checks during operation like air bottle pressure, and functions of compressed air except for cleaning individual body parts. Common fittings on air bottles are listed except gauge glass. The document tests knowledge of air compressor and compressed air system operation, maintenance, and functions through multiple choice questions.
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Exam Questions
Exam Title : Chapter MEK 8
1. What Maintenance task should be carried out on Air Compressors
A. First & second stage valves overhaul and inspection B. Cylinder head with inlet and exhaust valves overhaul and inspection C. Cleaning, varnishing, baking and insulation check D. Basket cleaning & wire mesh inspection Right Answers : A
2. Air Compressor is part of the _________________ system.
A. Ballast B. Fuel oil C. Compressed air D. Electrical Right Answers : C
3. The Function of a Compressor is to
A. Pressurize liquids B. Pressurize air or gases C. Separate solid and liquids D. Trap solid particles Right Answers : B
4. The function of "AIR BOTTLE" is to
A. Ventilation B. Store Air C. Cooling or heating D. Control Flow Right Answers : B
5. Which of the following is NOT a part of an air compressor?
A. Shaft B. Filter C. Valve D. Injector Right Answers : D
6. Air compressor is related to __________________.
A. Starting of Main Engine B. Storing Vegetables C. Steering D. Human waste Right Answers : A
7. Before starting an air compressor you will ensure that
A. Fuel tank has fuel B. Valves on discharge line are open C. Valves are overhauled D. Hot work permit is taken Right Answers : B
8. The purpose of "COMPRESSED AIR" in a diesel engine is to_________________
A. Gives Power B. Controls fuel Supply C. Starts Engine D. Turns turbo Charger Right Answers : C
9. What is to be checked on a running Air compressor , during watch.
A. Exhaust temperature B. Oil coming out of water side C. Air Bottle Pressure D. Discharge pressure of liquid Right Answers : C
10. Identify the machinery in the following picture.
A. Purifier B. Air compressor C. Cargo Oil Pump Turbine D. Ballast pump Right Answers : B
11. Common fittings on an Air bottle...Mark the incorrect one
A. Drain Valve B. Pressure Gauge C. Gauge glass D. Filling Valve Right Answers : C
12. Checks during running of an Air compressor......Mark the incorrect one
A. Lube oil pressure is correct and in limits B. Filling valve for the air bottle is closed C. Compressor is drawing normal amps D. Check for any noise and vibrations Right Answers : B
13. Which of the following is not the function of Compressed Air
A. Starting of Main engine B. Cleaning of machinery parts C. Cleaning of Individual's body parts D. Operation of hand tools Right Answers : C
14. Drain valves are provided on the air bottles to remove
A. Fuel B. Lube oil C. Condensed water D. Steam Right Answers : C